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Group Tyre Lands Exclusive Federal Distribution Deal

Group Tyre (UK) Ltd. has signed a deal with Taiwanese manufacturer Federal whereby the wholesaler will exclusively handle the distribution of Federal tyres in the UK. Commenting on the development, Group Tyre (UK) Ltd Chairman, John Church said: “The announcement of our exclusive distribution partnership with Federal in the UK tyre market further supports our goal to offer the market total support. The Federal brand is totally committed to developing a strong product range, with compounds and tread patterns for almost every driving application. Constant R&D has aided the development of this product offering, which has recently been strengthened with a number of race-bred motorsports tyres including the 595 Competition Series and Couragia Adventure Series.”

1st February 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

10 Years of the NTDA Directory

The 2006 edition of the NTDA Directory of the UK Tyre Industry is currently being circulated throughout the industry and beyond. The publication, which has once again been revamped, includes articles on run-flats, cold weather tyres and a major feature on tyre wholesaling.

26th January 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Beru F1 Systems Wins Motorsport Industry Innovation Award

Diss-based Beru F1 Systems has won an Motor Industry Association (MIA) innovation award for its DigiTyre tyre pressure monitoring system. The achievement was formally recognised at the annual Motorsport Industry Association Awards held during the Autosport International exhibition at the NEC. Beru’s MIA Business Excellence Award for Technology and Innovation was one of only seven awards presented. The company’s latest tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is currently used in the Bugatti Veyron 16.4, the world’s fastest road car.

19th January 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Award Finalists

2005 turned out to be a very successful year for Vellco Tyre Control and concluded with the accolade of being honoured as a finalist in the York Evening Press Business Awards.

Having applied for nomination at a late stage in proceedings, Vellco recently found themselves as one of three finalists in the ‘Best Environmental Company of the Year’ category. Vellco was represented at the event by directors, Bob Fell and Sue Fell plus John Campbell – business development director, Erlinda del Mar, accounts and administration manager and Dave Hollis – transport and logistics manager.

12th December 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Tyre Products Named in Construction Equipment’s Top 100

Bridgestone, Goodyear and Michelin products all feature in Construction Equipment magazine’s ranking of 100 new construction related products. Goodyear’s DuraSeal commercial tyre technology was named editor’s choice in the ranking’s ancillary products division. Rod Sutton, editor in chief at the magazine, said editors considered about 700 product introductions before picking DuraSeal technology for the award.

29th November 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Omitec Joins IMI Approved Centre Network

Following a detailed audit of its training resources and assessment procedures, Omitec Limited has been appointed an approved assessment centre of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).

25th November 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Stars Shine Brightly for Bridgestone

A 33 per cent increase in the number of UK First Stop dealerships reaching Bridgestone’s highest customer service standard has topped a memorable year for the thriving network, the company has reported. Eight outlets across the country are now proudly operating as five star dealerships, with an equally impressive 37 having reached the very respectable four star grade.

25th November 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Dunlop Awarded Marketing Design Award

Dunlop Tyres has been highly commended by marketing magazine, winning recognition in two categories. In the 2005 awards Dunlop has been presented with the marketing design ‘Award’ in the Sport and Leisure category and was ‘Highly Commended’ for Advertising and Sponsorship.

25th November 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Green Award for Ford UK

Ford UK has been named the ‘Best Performing Corporate Organisation’ in the Mayor of London’s Green Procurement Code awards, in recognition of Ford’s outstanding contribution to materials recycling.

During 2005 the company has purchased sufficient recycled-content products to stop 21,000 tonnes of materials – the equivalent of nearly 3,000 Double Decker buses – being disposed of in landfill sites.

24th November 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Dunlop Presents ‘Maxxed Out’ Awards

A Dallas man and his customised 1937 Ford pick-up truck has received the top Dunlop “Maxxed Out” Award at the SEMA show in Las Vegas. John Davis, Emmy Award–winning host, producer and creator of US TV programme, MotorWeek, presented the Dunlop awards. “We were looking for the ultimate in ‘maxxed out’ style and performance,” said Andy Traicoff, director of Dunlop consumer tyre marketing. “Through these awards, Dunlop celebrates the artistry and all-out performance created by the people who personalise their vehicles to reflect their personalities and attitudes.”

3rd November 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Dunlop Revives Buzz Cuts at SEMA

Dunlop’s treadheads are to return to the SEMA show, with 200 buzz cuts expected to take place at the event. The manufacturer reports that Chicago barber, Nate “Scissorhands” Hoops, is sharpening his haircutting tools, and Dunlop Direzza DZ101 tread designs are dancing in the heads of the throngs visiting the automotive aftermarket show. Hoops is expected to reach a clipping rate of 50 heads-per-day clip.

Andy Traicoff, director of Dunlop marketing in North America, said: “Dunlop’s booth is all about performance – from sleek treadheads to sideways drifting cars to the annual ‘Maxxed Out’ Awards. There also will be plenty of surprises. Because the SEMA Show emphasises tuner-style automotive accessories, the venue is a perfect fit for Dunlop.”

27th October 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Sir Tom Farmer Receives Carnegie Medal

Kwik-Fit founder, Sir Tom Farmer has received the Andrew Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy alongside billionaire racehorse owner, The Aga Khan, and members of the Hewlett Packard and Cadbury families.

5th October 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Top Technician Kicks Off

Entrants who achieve the highest marks in this year’s Top Technician theory test, will be invited to a free training seminar on modern vehicle technology. The seminar will be hosted by newly appointed technical partner, MototeK, helpline provider to many vehicle manufacturers.

30th September 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Snap-On Tools Named Franchise of the Year Finalist

Peter Harris, who operates the Snap-on Tools franchise, based in Rowlands Castle, Hants, is celebrating being named as one of the top performers in an industry worth over £9 billion a year to the UK economy after reaching the final of the 2005 BFA Franchisee of the Year Awards, backed by HSBC Bank and Express Newspapers.

28th September 2005/by Tyrepress Editors

Vellco Nominated for Business Award

Vellco has been short listed as one of three finalists by the York Evening Press as Environmental Business of the Year and will shortly be visited by an independent judging assessor at their headquarters in Weaverthorpe, North Yorkshire. The winners will be announced at a special awards ceremony at the Voltigeur Suite at York racecourse on 17 November.

27th September 2005/by Tyrepress Editors